What we do

• Funding high-impact research, supporting emerging and leading heart health researchers 
• Working to improve heart disease prevention, detection, care and support for all Australians 
• Advocating to governments and industry for increased funding and resources for heart health 
• Building community awareness about living a heart-healthy lifestyle. We do this through public health awareness campaigns, accessible information and resources 
• Supporting health professionals in their work to prevent, diagnose, treat and manage heart disease. 

Our vision 

Our mission 

Our key achievements 

$600+ million invested in research 

Health star rating 

10 million kids get skipping 

Championing anti-smoking 

• Introduce health warnings on cigarette packs, as well as the world-first creation of plain packaging for tobacco 
• Ban tobacco advertising on radio and television 
• Outlaw smoking in restaurants and cafes, as well as workplaces, indoor public spaces, and many other areas.